Miscellaneous Flashcards
1
Q
Why do we learn histology?
A
Need to understand structure to understand function
2
Q
Eosin stain
A
shows up as red/pink/orange and highlights eosinophilic structures, ex.- eosinophils, cytoplasm, collagen, muscle fibers, RBCs
3
Q
Hematoxylin stain (H&E)
A
blue, highlights, basophilic structures, ex.- nuclei, nuclei acids, endoplasmic reticulum, calcium
4
Q
Amphophilic
A
stains gray or indeterminate between red/blue stain
5
Q
Homeostasis
A
maintenance of the status quo; regulation of oxygen, water, electrolytes, heat, etc
6
Q
Levels of organization
A
cells make up tissues, which make up organs, which make up organ systems
